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Event Details
Join us for the Second Annual Adopt a Reading Buddy Program, where children in grades K-3 can adopt their very own stuffed animal reading buddy! This exciting four-week adventure, sponsored by the Friends of the Library Foundation, encourages kids to visit the library, explore new books, attend special events, complete fun reading challenges, and make reading even more fun with a furry companion by their side. By participating, they’ll earn raffle tickets for a chance to win a giant stuffed bear at the end of the program! Don’t miss out on the fun—your reading buddy is waiting to join you on your next library adventure!
Bring your Reading Buddy for an morning of fun as we celebrate a fantastic four weeks of reading adventures! Make sure you get your final raffle tickets turned in before 11:40!
- Play Reading Buddy Bingo for extra raffle tickets
- Kitty & Puppy Face Paint
- Reading Buddy Carnival Games
Grand Prize Raffle Drawing at 11:45 am– Will you take home the giant stuffed bear? Let’s celebrate our love for reading together!
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR EACH CHILD.
Disclaimer(s)
This program is designed for children and their accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and actively engage with your child throughout the session. Drop-offs are not permitted.
Please be aware that Manhattan-Elwood Public Library may take photos and/or video at this event. MEPLD may use the photographs/videos in publications or other media material produced, including but not limited to: brochures, newsletters, website content, social media, etc. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal information without an approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian. If a person does not want to have their image recorded for marketing purposes, please make your wishes known to the photographer, and/or the event organizers.